Boys name · New York
Eric in New York
Eric was the 256th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 76 babies named Eric that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 73,771 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 8 | 201st |
| 1926 | 46 | 188th |
| 1943 | 223 | 84th |
| 1959 | 1,124 | 35th |
| 1976 | 1,536 | 15th |
| 1992 | 1,160 | 27th |
| 2009 | 391 | 62nd |
| 2025 | 76 | 256th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 201st in 1910 to 256th in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in New York in a single year was 2,051, in 1970. Its best showing was 14th among boys names in 1980.
Across the country, Eric reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (1976). See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in New York?
Eric was the 256th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 76 babies named Eric that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 73,771 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in New York?
In 2025, 76 babies were named Eric in New York. The most babies named Eric in New York in a single year was 2,051, in 1970.
What is the rank of Eric in New York?
Eric ranked 256th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 14th among boys names in 1980.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.